I’m thinking of my friends here who have been experiencing difficult times lately. Seems to have been happening a lot, whether it’s the loss of a loved one, financial struggles, a decline in physical health, or mental health.

I’ve experienced all of these this year, and it seems like so many of us have. I’m trying to reflect on the things that matter to me most, that the next calendar year might be, if not objectively “better,” at least a little more focused and peaceful. I wish you all peace.